Popular comedian Jeff Foxworthy will host the new summer reality series The American Baking Competition. The competition series is based on the format of the hit UK show The Great British Bake Off. Paul Hollywood, the star UK baker and current judge of the British series, and accomplished chef Marcela Valladolid will serve as the series judges. The American Baking Competition will feature skilled amateurs competing in baking challenges with one ultimately being crowned the winner. (Source: CBS)

As the final three bakers compete in a winner-take-all battle for $250,000 and a cookbook contract, the pressure reaches an all-time high, leading one of them to break down. Also, the contestants also face their toughest challenges yet when they need to use peanuts in their Signature Bakes, as well as make 72 American flag-inspired miniature desserts for their Showstoppers